The 28-year-old defenseman had consecutive 50-plus point seasons in 2007-08 and 2008-09 with the Atlanta Thrashers. So far in 2013-14, he has a goal and six assists. His contract isn't an issue, either—he's in the first season of a five-year deal that pays him $5.75 million annually through 2019. He also has played internationally for Sweden in the past, including the 2010 Vancouver Games, and played professionally there from 2000-07.

Obviously, Enstrom has the right to do what's best for himself, and he knows that better than anyone, but it's definitely a deviation from the norm. What you hear more often from players, especially at this point in the season, are answers like this one, from Boston Bruins winger Milan Lucic.

Off to the best start of his career (six goals, five assists in 11 games), Lucic talked about potentially playing for Team Canada at Consol Energy Center on Tuesday, and admitted that he A) wanted the job and B) was staying focused on his NHL responsibilities in the meantime.

"I'm not gonna lie, (making the team is) definitely one of (the early motivating factors)," Lucic said. "You know just from being invited to the camp, and you hear some kind of rumors that its a possibility that you can be on that team. It's definitely something I think you have to embrace and look forward to, and the only way you're able to fulfill that dream and try to make that team is just focusing on the things that's giving me a chance to be a good player.

"So I'm just focusing on what I have to do, and preparing, and being a good player for the Boston Bruins—and hopefully it'll be good enough for Team Canada. If not, my mindset is still gonna be the same: be the best I can be for the Boston Bruins."

Rosters will generally be announced around the holidays. The Games open on Feb. 7.